Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have pulled off a shocking last-minute move after the historic Ravindra Jadeja-Sanju Samson-Sam Curran trade deal, as they decided to release Sri Lankan fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana just hours before the IPL 2026 retention deadline on Saturday, November 15.
The five-time IPL champions had spent a massive INR 13 crore to sign Matheesha Pathirana ahead of IPL 2023 and then retained the youngster ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. But the CSK team management has now decided to part ways after weeks of internal discussions.
CSK parts ways with INR 13 Crore star Matheesha Pathirana ahead of IPL 2026 auction
Pathirana’s journey with CSK had started with a bang. His slingy action, raw pace above 140 kmph, and sharp swing made him one of the most feared young bowlers in the IPL. He scalped 19 wickets in just 12 matches and played a big role in CSK’s title triumph in 2023.
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However, Pathirana’s IPL 2024 campaign was cut short by a hamstring issue, and then by IPL 2025, the struggles were visible as he managed only 13 wickets in 12 matches and leaked runs at over 10 per over. With the retention window closing at 3 pm, the CSK has finally taken the tough call to move on from Pathirana after injuries hindered his progress.
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